Skills/Tools for Nutrition Specialization
How Sleep Improves Diet
Getting enough sleep is critical to performing our best. Now, a new study shows one more reason to prioritize it: sleep improves diet.
Alpha-Linolenic Acid in Plants Lowers Mortality Risk
High intakes of alpha-linolenic acid, a type of omega-3 fatty acid found in plant foods, is linked to a lower risk of all-cause mortality.
Peanut Protein Benefits
In combination with resistance training, the intake of supplemental peanut protein positively affects markers of muscle growth and strength.
Anti-Inflammatory Spices
Anti-inflammatory spices including turmeric, cinnamon, cumin and cardamom contain bioactive chemicals that keep inflammation at bay.
Chemicals in Fast Food
Americans’ fast food intake exposes them to high amounts of saturated fat, sodium and sugar, but also to harmful chemicals in fast food.
Reducing Our Food-Related Carbon Footprint
Researchers say these three changes can help Americans reduce the carbon footprint of their food purchases—without big dietary changes.
Fruits and Veggies for Kids’ Mental Health
There seems to be more stress and anxiety in children now. Encouraging them to eat more berries and carrots could help kids’ mental health.
Carbs in Pasta for Metabolic Health
Eating your carbs in pasta form may result in better metabolic health than getting your carbs from bread, according to a study.
Recipe of the Month: Golden Overnight Oats
According to a study, one way we can give our microbiome a boost is to feed it more not-so-fresh foods—like these overnight oats.
Food Insecurity and Higher Education
Feeding America, the nation’s leading organization of food banks, expects 42 million Americans to experience food insecurity in 2021.
The Glycemic Index and Weight Loss
A review of more than 2 million people found no differences in body mass index between those with high- versus low-glycemic index diets.
Fiber Benefits Happen Fast
Many know that eating more fiber equals a healthy gut. The good news is that it only takes a couple weeks for fiber benefits to kick in.
Dairy and Inflammation
Inflammation is a player in many chronic conditions, so people tend to pay attention to internet chatter about dairy and inflammation.
Cafeteria Food Trim Down
The environments in which we live and work influence the food we consume. That’s why a “cafeteria food intervention” can improve diet.
Supplements for Vegan Women
There may be good reason to use supplements for vegan women: white vegan women close to menopause have a 55% greater risk for hip fracture.
Defining Healthy Food Positively
How consumers define “healthy” food has taken on a more positive tone since 2016, as people define it as containing healthful components.
Low Water Intake and Ultraprocessed Foods
The more ultraprocessed foods you eat, the more likely your fluid levels will be redlining from lower water intake, according to a study.
Vegetable Oils and Inflammation
Scientists suggest that vegetable oils can raise inflammation levels in the body and raise the risk for certain health conditions.
Food Apps Reduce Junk Food Intake
Perhaps a few taps on a smartphone with food apps can help people zap some unhealthy foods from their diets, says a study.
